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Xylem MD warns: industry needs to change its mentality in order to combat water shortages
Following the prediction by Environment Agency Chief Executive Sir James Bevan last week that England will face water shortages within 25 years, Xylem Managing Director Jason Howlett is warning that industry will need to change its mentality in order to combat the crisis.
New report warns world’s largest companies using more water despite growing water risks
Companies are reporting greater exposure to water risks yet withdrawing more water, according to new research by the non-profit global environmental disclosure platform CDP.
MPs warned over funding problems for critical rail and road infrastructure at risk from coastal erosion in Wales
MPs taking part in a House of Commons debate last week were told of ongoing problems in obtaining funding to protect key elements of Wales’ critical infrastructure at serious risk from coastal erosion.
Thames Water and Network Rail work together to protect environment
An environmentally-friendly herbicide is keeping tracks and taps flowing up and down the country thanks to a partnership between water companies and Network Rail.
Alan Belfield appointed as Chairman of Arup Group
Dr Alan Belfield will take over as Chairman of Arup Group from 1 April 2019.
WaterSafe & Home Builders Federation - new initiative to help developers make homes more water efficient
WaterSafe, the UK register of approved plumbers, is working in partnership with the Home Builders Federation to help developers play their part in creating a more water-efficient future for the UK.
Thames Water tenders £10m-plus data management services contract
Thames Water has gone out to tender with a contract for data management services worth an estimated £10 million-plus.
Northumbrian Water commits to eradicate water poverty by 2030
Northumbrian Water is committing to eradicate water poverty in their supply area by 2030 by 2030.
North Midland Construction rebrands as contracts reach all-time high
North Midland Construction and its subsidiary Nomenca are coming together under one brand as part of the company’s ambitious plans for the future.
UK climate projections warn over more extreme weather, hotter summers & rising sea levels
The UK’s most comprehensive picture yet of how the climate could change over the next century - in a worst case scenarion sea level in London could rise by up to 1.1 metres and the chance of summers as hot as 2018 is around 50% by 2050.
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Spotlight on wastewater treatment with prestigious television slot for Lakeside on All Access with Andy Garcia
In a TV show that will explain the complex journey of the wastewater treatment process, Lakeside Equipment Corporation is set to feature in US Public Television’s All Access program with Andy Garcia. -
Environmental Services & Solutions Expo 2025 unveils packed agenda featuring government leaders and industry trailblazers
Environmental Services & Solutions (ESS) Expo, the UK’s largest environmental event, has released the full speaker programme for its 2025 event, which now features seven shows spanning all corners of the environmental sector, under one roof at the NEC Birmingham. -
HUBER Technology - Environmental Services & Solutions (ESS) Expo 2025
We are exhibiting at WWEM – Water, Wastewater and Environmental Management Expo, which is one of the eight exhibitions taking place at the NEC, Birmingham 17-18 September 2025 as part of ESS Expo 2025. Please come along and visit us at Stand WW-S60. -
SuDS role grows under new water rules
Publication of the Independent Water Commission’s Final Report, alongside new legislation and updated national standards, marks a major turning point in the wider adoption of sustainable drainage systems (SuDS) by water companies and developers, according to Alex Stephenson, director, SuDSPlanter.
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United Utilities accelerates investment to reduce spills from storm overflows across Northwest
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